What's Going On? Preparing for Outhouse Demolition & Family Visits

[@kathylenn9153]

Ashley, I am 80, my daughter is 60, both you & my daughter hav busy lives. Ashley I admire your tenacity, your talents, & your endurance, you are raising four children, home schooling, building a ranch with your family , cooking wonderful meals from scratch, doing laundry by the sweat of your brow, none of this is done with the pleasures of unlimited water & electricity, plus, you sre nearing that infamous time in your life where mood swings and hormones are lifting their ugly heads trying to make you feel insufficient. Oh my dearest Ashley, take life , moment by moment. And just live in the now. Tomorrow will take care of itself. I have watched all your videos and marvel over the progress of your ranch as all of your family has accmplished. through tremendous summer heat, and cold cold winters. Please realize that you are so admired by all of us who wait with baited breath for your next video. You are blessed to have precious supportive children and a hard working talented husband who loves you. May Almighty God continue to cover you & your family with His grace & His mercy. Remember Ashley you are such an example of a great mother. Wife & friend. One of my favorite Biblical ststements is..." and it came to pass.." Hope is a wonderful blessing, you will be rewarded for all of your efforts in due time..From a great grammie in Florida !

[@The7AcreWood]

A.M.E.N!!!!!❤🎉❤

[@sadesmercy8810]

Well said and agreed upon 100%. Us ladies are the glue that keeps our families running smoothly. Ashley I’m 70 & young at heart….just because our bodies age, it doesn’t mean our minds do. I envy all you do & have appcomalished as a family unit. Only the best, yet to come. Like everyone, I look forward to watching your hard work turn into a beautiful home for your family. God bless you all.

[@BrendaLeigh1630]

Amen, very well said! I totally agree!

[@susanleung8675]

Wonderful insight and beautiful truth. I wish the world could be more uplifting like this and much less critical. Ashley you are awesome. You are beautiful and normal and talented and lovely. Please don’t sell yourself short

[@robinbriggs4976]

I second your post!

[@sharonrhoads2461]

Ashley, there are so many of us needing to take deep breaths these days. The world is in stress mode for sure. Just remember that you are awesome, you are wonderful, you are beautiful, and you are loved. Being a mom, you sometimes feel like no one appreciates you. They do. As the kids get older, they will tell you all the things they appreciated you doing for them. And if I can tell you one thing, being 68 yrs. old.......don't sweat the small stuff. Life is too short. We are all here for you when you need to vent. Your subscriber count shows you that. Take care sweet girl. You are doing it fine.

[@kathyhennigan7807]

You and your family are the hardest working people on KZbin. It just seems that you never stop. I think trying to catch your breath is an indicator of how much stress you are under constantly which is not good for your health. There are so many exciting things to do at your homestead that I am sure it is hard for you to even think about just stepping away for a few days. No videos, no work and something fun with the kids. Sometimes when we rest, we can do a better job than if we don't. Perhaps you can plan that on that very nice new calendar on your desk. And don't worry, we'll all be here to cheer you on when you return. I hope you had a good visit with your mom and dad. Too bad they don't live closer.

[@colleenkeener9412]

Worked for the orange box store, they also charge for pallets. They are not charged if they return the pallets,so they are just passing the pasting on to the customer. You are all amazing yet I feel so choked up when I see you struggling. You are the glue and “mortar” in your family. Please continue to work with your therapist, you are worth everything to them, and you mean a lot to those of us you touch. Take it one day at a time.

[@Grandma_NC]

I watch your videos every week. I wish there had been KZbin videos when I was young. It would have given me so many ideas and motivation to be more adventurous in life. I'm sure you inspire many.

[@bequetta]

Emon & Beck make building things look so easy and their precious baby is the cutest. ❤️

[@JudyRoss-pi8tf]

Thank you so much for being there and your smile is great, Judy

[@takeitslowhomestead5218]

I’m watching from a high desert in southern Utah and am so impressed with your ability to build an earth-bag home! It’s a mansion in the making.

[@I_like_anime_101]

Being a homesteader is a lot of work. Sometimes all the work that needs to be done feels more than the time I have to get it done. So, ai try to prioritise. Having older kids that also helps out, makes a huge difference. I always try to thank them for their contribution. So, yes, I totally understand the house not moving fwd right now. But don't worry, you will get to it again.

[@sandigray6247]

I absolutely loved hearing you talk my head off. It’s comforting to know that I’m not the only one who is taking deep breaths several times an hour. But be encouraged! Because you are successfully living the dream of so many of us. And I love that I feel like I know you after spending so much time watching you and your sweet family. You are truly homesteaders!! I’m so proud of you guys! And I pray for you all each day. Looking forward to what comes next in the Casa se Caca!! Love you guys!

[@Babette805]

You are not alone with the multiple sighs. I'm constantly anxious.

[@darlenekorneychuk8002]

Love Eamon and Beck and Love you all too !❤

[@joannehyduckhopkins6898]

You are not alone having these feelings...❤

[@kathyjames9250]

May I say how relieved I am to find out other people have messy homes, get behind in their schedules, make mistakes, etc. A perfect home or any such impression makes me feel inadequate. Anyone who has a floor so clean a person could eat off it: they will never be invited to our place. It is reasonable and enough to put on the dog and clean enough so visitors won’t be offended. Love and respect (and world peace) are enough to wish for. Your family have a beautiful life plan and are good at working hard to create your dreams, and giving the rest of us something to aspire to. Re digging dirt: the Bible says that we and everything else are made of dirt. It is good work. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@darienneflint9354]

❤ Ashley great to have you all to our selves with your chat...loved it

[@deda9338]

❤oh don't be sad...you have so much...a husband who loves you...children who help with making lunch, building a home, family members to help with your bathhouse issues, you do know crap happens, it just so nice to have a support system of family being there...friends to help build you up...Thankful for being able to watch your progress of your property projects. Prayers for you and your family...God is good and He never gives us more than we can handle...it just seems like we can't during the time but we can get through lifes ups and downs...Girl you got this cause you have so much good around you...

[@StoneKathryn]

I'm glad that Ashley is reaching out! I've had more than I could handle and God was there and he helped me through it but there are sometimes you have to reach beyond friends and family. I know she "has this" but I know that someone can feel "hollowed out" and at the end of their resources even when they have a good support system. A murder in my family was too much for my support system. God is there but crisis is crisis and chronic stress is chronic stress. She may be handling it all well but be "at her limit" which is not a good feeling. Yes, she has so much. It may not be enough at times. I know it's hard to understand. It just is a fact of life. She is very strong but sometimes it's just too much. I've had too much to handle. I knew God was there but I didn't feel "carried" through it like "footsteps" says. Suffering is good but crossing the line of too much is dangerous for any of us. That's why God has things like counselors to help us through the rough patches. Sometimes having a counselor is freeing because you can be "more" real with them since they are not friends and family and they know resources you may need that friends and family don't know about. I have PTSD and I'd never get the help I need from friends and family. Something that works for me is EMDR that counselors have training in. My friends and family couldn't use this technique on me. This is something God put into us to help us and it's been discovered and brought into a therapy. My counselor has suggested wonderful books for me to read to help me understand what I'm going through that I wouldn't have had the energy or knowledge to find myself. I feel better about my condition when I can read something that explains how my brain did what it did to "protect me" during a trauma. There may be triggers going on in her life that we have no idea about. When anyone is triggered the reptilian part of your brain takes over. Once it's in control, anyone has "less" resources because they become locked into survival mode and it makes it hard to think straight. This happens with anyone. It's how we are wired. This is the way God made us. Getting back out of this mode is the key. Counselors usually can tell us methods to use to help us get back to our thinking brain again. I'm not sure any family member of mine could help me with this. God made us this way. It's great that trained professionals can help those of us that need these tools. I know you want to be supportive and I hear you about that. I needed more at times. I had people telling me the same things. Unfortunately it wasn't enough at times. I hurt my husband when I had to go into the hospital because it wasn't enough at times. I had to take care of me. It wasn't a rejection of him. He saw it that way. It's sad it had to be that way. We're divorcing now.

[@veeemit9719]

I hope the attendees at the workshop learn so well and so quickly that you all complete 5 courses on the whole house😊

[@elissahartwig5618]

“The Biggest Disease Affecting Humanity is I am not enough” This video by Marisa Peer is a game changer and was so important in my tool box as a counselor. It helps to explain what spawns stinking thinking. ❤

[@mommasurwillo6262]

OMG! Emon and Bec are amazing!!!!. I'm glad you found the beautiful love and positivity they have to gift to us.❤

[@kathywilkins1148]

Ashley, I can relate to what high stress for many years can do to a person. I learned the hard way, "don't sweat the small stuff..... because in the end it's ALL small stuff." Loves to you and your family. One day at a time, even if it means some days are one minute at a time.

[@myknkim2]

I'm 55 and in the last 7 months I lost my husband of 26 years, which makes me a single parent to a 17 year old. We moved in with my sweet son, and his wonderful wife. I lost my job because I couldn't focus. And during a vacation (that we desperately needed) my car broke down! This has been such a hard season. Thank God I have a pet sitting business, or I would be in much worse shape. Uuuuggggg! It's so frustrating!

[@Sarah-sh3hf]

I turned my Mom, Brother and Sister all onto this channel! Love watching you guys and now my family does too! I even sometimes turn your videos on and just let them auto play when go to work to help with views. Y’all get views and my animals get some entertainment while I’m gone🙌🏼

[@philbrown2270]

Ashley our hearts go out for you both. We know your struggles, we are both in our late sixties and we have both worked hard throughout our lives. We live on 5acres and there is alway something to build or repair. We admire your enthusiasm and your achievements, please keep on going, making your videos, and we will keep watching and enjoying them. God bless you both and your young family, you are raising them to show the importance of families working together and showing the love that all families need. Kindest regards Phil and Michel Brown

[@marymurphy5069]

Just want to say I love your channel, and that I have been here since you only had aroud 30.000 now I just saw you have 181,000 wow. Keep up all the great work, and you both are raising such wonderful children.

[@elainefarr3155]

It's so fun to watch your videos. The photography is gorgeous and your homestead is progressing well. Building a house is such a huge effort, it's not surprising it gets exhausting. Since you're living and working there you don't really see the changes the way we do. You've done a huge amount of work in the past few years. Give each other a big hug for me please, and enjoy the visit with your parents. This is a great time of year to do it, the heat has finally broken. We live in central Arizona, so we've endured the same brutal summer as you, but without having to work outside every day. God Bless you all!

[@M.Mae.M]

Family that digs dirt together stays together ❤!

[@ging9862]

I loved listening to everything you shared! We have watched your videos for almost two years now, and now we are in Cochise Co and are so happy to now be able to say, “Want to see what our neighbors are up to?”😁 We love your videos and your family. We also have 4 kids with us and starting our homestead, doing our best and lots of deep breaths every day.

[@TinyShinyHome]

Thank you ❤️

[@KarenHorowitz]

Hi hardworking family!! I've watched every video you have on KZbin and I've enjoyed it so much but today's video is my favorite hands down. I always feel inadequate when I watch other homesteaders' videos because my place is a disaster, there's half finished projects everywhere and a lot of days I just want to sit in a chair and sleep! This summer and fall has been so hot and dry plants and trees died and almost nothing has been accomplished. It is so discouraging to see other homesteaders powering through and getting things done. Their pristine homesteads and bountiful energy makes me feel like a failure. The fact that you have shown your own struggles in this video makes me feel so much better. Thank you for sharing! I'm a 62 year old woman building my homestead with only my two hands north and west of Tucson AZ and it is VERY HARD! After watching this video I'm inspired to get back out there and work on the fence separating my precious garden from a million hungry varmints! Love from Karen

[@ezumikho]

Big hugs Ashley ❤

[@debragroves2156]

DEAR Ashley, Deep Gratitude for your vulnerable honesty! What you & Jonathan have undertaken is so immense....I am pretty much IN AWE every time I watch one of your videos. And Jonathan, your caring relationship with Ashley, and how you two support and accept each other is equally awesome!! In fact, you obviously wouldn't have come this far in all your projects without such a strong foundation! You both are highly impressive in all you do and how you approach each day. Blessings to you both and your family❣️ 🙏🏽💜🙏🏽 And as we old hippies say-- "Keep On Truckin'‼️" 💚🤩

[@KristiJolley]

I have watched you for a few years. You’ve brought a lot of light to me your hard workers you do so well. I am very grateful to experience your life through your videos. You learn a lot about the people of the world and their good hearts. You guys have a good hearts. Thank you.

[@christiannemayer6062]

Hey Ashley,thanks for tooting Eamon and Beck...they are🇨🇦and great. Your videos make me feel positive.💖

[@sharonmiller4275]

You are doing great Ashley! God Bless You as you continue on with the calling on your heart. It's been a joy watching you thru these years. All is going to be well. (P.S. I started watching when you were trying to find the right mix for the Chicken Garden, way before you started the concrete slab for the Air-stream.) Thank you for sharing your living adventure with us. I appreciate you.

[@kbulman9271]

Yes, so good to take a big breath ... even more relaxing when you remember to follow with a loooong exhale. Thanks for sharing your life with us. 😊❤

[@megantorri1711]

I love your videos, my daughter lives in Tucson so it gives me glances of all the beauty that she is seeing. And Ashley I too struggle with being out in the world and around people, I don't know if it is me that has changed or the world, but the struggle is real!❤

[@CarrenJFox]

Ashley, I believe it's a combination of a number of things as you listed. I know from my point of view and experience, as I've got older, I've become less tolerant and things that I wouldn't have given a second thought now drive me to exasperation! Counting helps momentarily xx

[@storiesfromthegroovyroom]

My wife and I watch your channel religiously! We love your family and everything you do! Keep hauling all that dirt around and Stay Grateful!

[@davec9244]

Deep breaths slow down it will be OK! thank you all have fun stay safe!

[@jangrahame4891]

So proud of you Ashley! Not only did you get to the point of letting go on the "pristine perfection" hangup; but you videoed the chaos and forever kissed goodby to that image of the perfect overacheiver! Your prognosis for healing and balance is excellent! 😁🌞🌟

[@dawnbaker9274]

Talk my ear off. I'm stuck recovering from a bad sciatica bout. Love hearing from my KZbin friends. Breathing is not a bad thing. You are just refocusing or making sure you're still on the right path or you just need a rest.❤❤❤

[@wendyford2252]

Jesus is my therapist. When life over takes me I talk to Him. Love watching your life from the U.K. I have been fortunate enough to have been to many states in the USA including AZ but now am retired and living through others lol. Enjoy your parents visit ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheHavasu_77]

Ironically, you guys help all of us to get through life Ashley! ❤ But yes, mental health is sooooooo important. Love you all and happy Saturday.😊❤

[@annewendt8434]

Glad you can spend time with the folks! Hope you have a great productive week

[@audiomxr]

Therapy has been such a gamechanger in my life, and I am glad you have found it to be helpful. You're a pioneer, Ashley, and I think there are challenges that way of life creates. And you're taking the situation in hand, and I commend you. Had we not found your channel, I doubt we would've purchased a travel trailer or MOVED INTO ONE in 2023. Thanks for going first and showing us what is possible.

[@TinyShinyHome]

That means a lot, thank you!😊

[@jessicastreet2922]

Yes, ❤ Aemon and Bec's Reroot podcast is amazing. They dig deep with grace.

[@louiseupton3363]

I'm glad you guys are KZbinrs. We learn so much from you and you're incredibly inspiring. I've been watching your family for over a year now, you are often my escape. Thank you❣ for being there 🙏🏻 Farm life/homestead life is hard work, but it is so rewarding. See you soon. Enjoy having your parents visit and please share them with us Ashley. Much love you guys 😊😊

[@LauraThiry]

You are not alone!! I’ve had to take more calming, deep breathing exercises this year than ever before in my life. (66 years old). The world of today is not the world of even 25 years ago. So much is in a constant state of flux. My walk with God is closer than ever before. I lean more on Him, than ever. Also, you are so smart to listen to positive things. And, don’t measure it compare. You are where you are- God’s got it. My hubby and I starting completely over this month. Downsizing, selling our home and moving to a new state. It’s going to be one day at a time. We watch your channel and are amazed at your success and loving family members. Your family mission is so inspiring. And your inner & outer beauty is fabulous. We believe in you. ❤❤❤❤

[@dianareillo4290]

I feel you about taking that breath, it's great to keep moving forward, you will get there, stay strong

[@HeidiPriest]

❤talk away, its good to talk❤

[@NancyWard919]

Love your videos - the changes happening at the homestead, your family, the animals & scenery. Don’t be discouraged - We all have times when things get overwhelming. It’s exciting what you’re doing. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Sending hugs. 🤗❣️👩‍🌾

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

It's so great that you found a therapist that is helping you. We're all feeling some level of fatigue right now. Building a home is especially trying on a marriage so I commend you for reaching out to talk to someone about the stress you are dealing with.

[@vkurth]

I used to freak out about cleaning too. Once I let it go and went with the approach of “this is our life, this is reality and not some magazine photo op”, my life got immensely more peaceful. The people who love you don’t care.

[@gailasgreatdanesandmanes1042]

Two of my daughters are in menopause now... Im so grateful for the help i got when i was struggling, so i have the tools to encourage my daughters through this time. You've gonna be better prepared for your girls when they're your age too... Hope that makes sense ✌️❤️🔥

[@vedaendevoets3717]

You all are doing such a great job. Love your family

[@MC-qb1jg]

Ashley, you inspire me to get going and test my limits. You have all worked so hard. The casa de caca externally is beautiful, and you experimented with composting toilets. Another lesson learned. I can't wait to see what the finished project looks like.

[@christinedelfino5322]

Amen about Amon and Bec I just love them too. However you two are also fabulous with your wonderful kids. You keep me laughing and your beautiful face and humor is just great. Much love❤❤😂😂

[@veronicabass5333]

Take a deep breath; let go and let God. God bless. Keep going you are doing great working through stress. I struggle with anxiety as well.

[@irenebrown8363]

Trust it will all come alright hugs to you Asley xxxx you are a star

[@pamim7902]

Ashley, you are amazing. I wish I was there to just give you a big hug. I know a lot of us Homies would love to just be one of those people that you would sit down and talk to for hours. More videos like this would be great. Miss your cooking. Love Jonathan’s quick editing movements. 💕💕💕🌈💕💕💕

[@SJC49]

Always keep talking - it’s good to vent and have viewers who really listen. We all have different struggles but we’re all in this together!😍🇨🇦

[@wynonamayo3723]

I've enjoyed watching your family and homestead grow. Your a blessing to each other. Enjoy life.

[@kimjackson198]

Hang in there, guys! You are loved and supported more than you know. Your work is labor intensive, and I can see how overwhelming it must😂 be. Don't give up! I'm like-minded and learning and encouraged by your whole family working together for the better good. Prayers up for you all. ❤ God bless......

[@patriciahazeltine9986]

You have THE MOST beautiful eyes!!! Wishing you much happiness, dear one!

[@gailasgreatdanesandmanes1042]

Just re-uped my membership! You guys are my biggest inspiration, and sourse of hope and joy. Ive been following you for years...since your first colaboration on My Little Homestead. I dream of being at the upcoming workshop, but Ive got too many obstacles to figure out right now. Hopefully there will be another before the house is finished! I wanna come see the tree i sponsored and get my hands in some dirt! Im hoping to build my own soon!

[@risingup7921]

You are all such an amazing family that work so well together and support each other. Better Health sounds like an amazing online product that is available at times people need it most. We all get laden down with the piles of things we let get on top of us and I understand the cleaning thing as well. I too know where I got it from 😅 For me I changed it by doing the cleaning at least three days before people arrived so we as a family got to enjoy the cleanness before the guests arrived. Now…I just clean for me. Take a breath, do big sighs, talk to yourself about all the good things you’ve achieved, and they are many, and enjoy how far you have come. Love and hugs to you all. ❤️🤗🥰

[@VenusSantaCruz]

Yes, there’s still a ways to go but WOW, You all have done so much! Pat yourselves on the back many many times for all of your accomplishments. And it’s beautiful! Everything you’ve done with your property is aesthetically amazing. Bravo.

[@22kmclaren]

It is more work so probably is not good for anyone who feels near the bottom. But something that helped me a lot is practicing to break big problems into small problems, and allowing myself celebrate those small victories. Also trying to separate self from surprise problems, so you don't feel failure from surprises and instead use solved problems as extra victories to celebrate.

[@TheArtisanbard]

I love Cog Hill Farm because they are so funny, loving and positive. They always cheer me up as yall do

[@jenniferbennett9602]

I think your sound quality way better than a lot of utube channels I watch. Well done!

[@sassyh154]

Have been following Eaman and Bec for a long time now... they really are the most positive couple on YT... Love their energy and so glad they started their podcast up again... Enjoy your Mun and Dad and look forward to seeing you in the next one... 💜

[@juanitakauffman6336]

Your parents will enjoy seeing the family and help you where they can while they are with you.

[@freqenc]

So sorry, Eamon and Becca was the kicker. Asmr helped with my PTSD. Wish your family well.

[@valeriepierce7257]

Ashley, you and your family are such an inspiration! ✨❤️✨

[@danisebritz3125]

I love all of you,and you can ramble as much as you want,you say you feel better but your eyes and mouth say something else. I am a deprssion sufferer like you,and I just sometimes cry for nothing. And if the people ask whats wrong I just say I have an allergy Thinking of you❤

[@eleanorcramer7986]

Always fun to drop by your busy lives. You are making it happen. Thanks for choosing to share. Eamon and Beck seem like naturals for their newest podcasts. Their Willingness to be open with choices hopes and dreams , and the Strength , humility and humor make them good hosts, listeners and storytellers. Birds of a feather !

[@barbaraharris264]

I love watching your channel. I love your chattering away about the things you are planning. The scenery, just wow, you make the desert beautiful in watching through your eyes

[@brown-cow]

Ashlee hi, i was a silent fan in australia since i found your famillies channel. Both you and jonathan gave me inspiration to get off my lazy 'ole butt and start doing all the jobs i had been putting off. I always wanted to say thankyou for that inspiration, what the pair of you and your 3 children, have accomplished and by doind so off the normal road that society runs down, you have both given a great amount of inspiration to many all over the world, especially me! Thankyou Jonathan and thankyou ashlee. Before i go, you are on the right road, this vid is the first time in along time, i have seen your eyes and face showing a new found confidence, happier, you can see it even when your not smiling. So keep going along your road, your doing great, jonathan, thankyou sir.

[@rebeccawaldner3700]

I really enjoy the videos you make. You’re a beautiful family. Love how hard you all work. It’s good for the body and soul. ❤️❤️

[@donbar5493]

Let's not forget what an extremely positive vibes you give us your family is a vibe .

[@shevauns4938]

I am in awe of what you guys are doing and the way you come together as a family and persevere. Totally amazing! And Ashley, thank you so much for opening up about your mental health journey and being so vulnerable with us. ❤️ much love to you guys from Victoria, BC

[@AlyenasKitchen]

Love your channel and your beautiful visuals you pop in as better than b roll. I didn’t know the desert was so beautiful! Hats off to your photography!! My mom is like you when it comes to having guests. The house and garden have to be super clean. Sorry you were feeling a little low and glad you were feeling better later in the day. Hormones can definitely do that. As a fellow KZbinr, I understand the revenue highs and lows. Thank goodness my dad supports our dreams and I have another job. Can’t wait to see the floor poured and how much you get accomplished on your workshop! Oh… your meet and greet was so fun to watch and to meet all the people that came. 😊☀️🍁

[@LB-gr7gu]

Glad you are sticking with KZbin.. enjoy the visit from your parents and remember to breath ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤️❤️❤️❤sorry may have missed some pets.. love you folks

[@JustMeeDina]

I can’t wait to see your homestead a year from now! ❤

[@lucismith1880]

My husband wants y’all to put a music compilation together from the videos. He loves when I watch y’all because of the music y’all choose.😊

[@salscycleshop3416]

Great job Tiny Shiny Family!!😊 You all do amazing work and show unstoppable grit and determination 👏 💪 🙌 ❤❤

[@susanshaw1035]

To help you with feeling overwhelmed try listening to healing frequency music. It completely changes your serotonin levels to the good. There are a few really good channels on utube.

[@LaylaLawless]

I love watching you guys so much! I also love Eamon & Bec! Yes, I do take deep breaths ALL the time. Your description of how you feel is similar to me. We just gotta keep breathing and put one foot in front of the other and get things done. I can't wait for the next video! I am also the queen of Panic Cleaning before guests. My daughter says that I gave her that anxiety as well. I sure am sorry that I gave her anxiety because I wanted a "spotless" home when guests came. These days, I can see that I was over the top about it and I TRY not to stress too much .

[@paulvanhouts3365]

Hi Ashley, when you talk about needing to take a pause to breathe. I worked as a mental health nurse for decades and also experienced this need. For me it was time to take a break, not to stop, but to take time to settle and recharge. The breathing exercises that I taught clients was based on yoga and the relaxation I taught was deep muscle relaxation. That deep muscle relaxation was the time out that I needed, it was like a mini recharge when I let myself go while doing the relaxation. A lot of people are so focused on being fully in control so they think the breathing and relaxation is nonsense. Learning to let it be is an art form. Some mindful meditation is also a useful tool to use in learning to let it be. A long time ago I was at a conference and a Buddhist monk spoke about worry; “ why worry? If you can’t control whatever, will worry get it fixed, NO. If you can control whatever, then why worry? Think about it, how is worrying getting things done, moreover what is worry doing to you? Building that stressful attention with all the associated issues. Take care, just love your family too.

[@paulvanhouts3365]

On the tractor, I guess that soon you won’t have too much work for a tractor except maintenance. The time for a loader with three point linkage and attachments is now. When I lived in the bush I occasionally hired the equipment needed, I was cash poor so that took a long time, so I learned to do thing in slow mode, as fast as I earned enough for each step of the build.

[@patriciasmith9712]

I really love you guys, you are what I wanna be when I grow up ( I am 70) lol - but admiration is deep - doing this while caring for a family is superhuman and so commendable. kudo's

[@suziegibson4427]

Absolutely

[@paulas_lens]

Lol, that is a great saying

[@pollyb.4648]

Retired and I wish i could still work like you do. Thank you for your fun vids!🎉

[@oscoto]

Ashley you are a great soul that keeps putting on foot in front of the other and it clears the family is always putting in as much effort. Bless you each and every one.

[@LCwingedhorserider]

Y’all are living a great life. Beautiful children, wonderful husband and Ashley you are an amazing woman!! Admire you.

[@KCCopper2192]

I thank you for all that you say. To be able to watch a family that works together likeyou do. God bless you and all you know.

[@charlotterohde7383]

Dear Ashley, I had to do a major clean-up of a mini-trailer (that our fur babies use in the winter) for the second time in a week in order to lay down new tiles on the floor. For the last month, I feel like all I do is clean our homestead, and it can get to be exhausting, especially when trying to address other projects like skirting our own RV for the winter here, in the high desert in Northern Nevada. I totally understand the experience of feeling overwhelmed, considering the high winds and the holidays rolling down the pike. I think therapy is a great resource and applaud you for sharing.

[@dmunoz1943]

You definitely have a lot on your plate. Some day are harder others, we’ve been tru quite a few things the last 3-4 years, loss, health challenges and there were days where it was hard to just make it to the next day. But faith and just that si se puede attitude our parents instilled in us has made it easier. Wishing you the best, building a house under normal circumstances is difficult, building one thats totally different and just by yourself,(with help from family) that’s a big deal. So with all that, we understand how you’re feeling. You go this girl!!! I’ve loved watching Aemon and Bec since their traveling days, great family, saw their last video where they have, Trent and Allie on their podcast, sounds like it’s going to be fun and heartfelt interview. Blessings.

[@mc5366]

Ashley, I can so relate to having to take several deep breaths hourly!! You Got This!!! Love your channel! 💛

[@helenawilson4869]

Great that you're honest and self caring. Love watching you each video & everything you have or are building.

[@coryellpeters6099]

I'm looking forward to see what you do with the Casa De Caca! I really enjoy your channel! You make quality videos. You have NEVER disappointed me. In fact, I find your videos relaxing, informative, interesting, fun and at times amusing! Keep up the good work!

[@clinthampson7556]

You guys are awesome! Thank you for sharing your life with us. ❤

[@gardengatesopen]

I'm DEFINITELY using your videos for encouragement to go outside and build something!! ❤ TODAY - the hubs & I are FINALLY starting to put together my "Winter Greenhouse"!!! YaY!!! We're in Central Texas, and we NEVER KNOW what the weather will do! Or WHEN it will get cold. Or even IF it will get cold!! (It might not EVER get cold !) Regardless, I HAVE TO get ready for the cold - just in case. I'm growing my own Turmeric to help with my health, and it's a tropical plant However, Central Texas is NOT a tropical place, at least not during February, for sure. My big secret: Even tho I'm NOT a big fan of plastic in this world... My greenhouse is actually only made of pvc poles & fittings, then covered in plastic. So really, it's just a big plastic house. ...sigh... But I refuse to call it the "plastic house". THAT'S where I draw the line! So I'm calling it a greenhouse instead. So don't tell anybody!! The good news is that TODAY WE'RE GETTIN' IT DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!! And we are watching your video for some encouraging get-up-n-GOOOO!!!! Thanks for helping us!!!❤❤❤